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The Passion to Play
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The Passion to Play

2000-03-01 · 251 min · Not rated

Documentary

For more than 100 years, Australian Rules Football has generated a passionate followinf amungst millions of supporters. Those of us wh have been fortunate enough to play the game at the highest level, contuniue to remain the focus of this obsession. For decades we have been loved, hated, worshiped, and abused. It's for this reason, that players past and present representing each of the 16 AFL Clubs, have probided a unique insight into the journey of playing senior football. From the exhilaration of playing that first game, to the heartache of being told your time is up. This is our story.

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Directors
Rob Dickson
Production companies
Visual Entertainment Group
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Ron Barassi
John KennedyNarrator
Shane Woewodin
Robert DiPierdomenicoRobert DiPierdomenico
Sam NewmanSam Newman
Lou RichardsLou Richards
Paul Roos
Gavin WanganeenGavin Wanganeen
Leigh MatthewsLeigh Matthews
Guy McKenna
Tony Lockett
David Parkin
Wayne Carey
Tim Watson
Jim Stynes

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